About
Meet David Ingalsbe – Owner and Chief Flight Instructor
My aviation career began in 1993, and I have since dedicated my life to both flying and teaching. Over the years, I’ve gained 9,000+ flight hours, including 4,000+ as a flight instructor.
I hold the following certificates and ratings:
✓ Commercial Pilot – Airplane Single & Multi-Engine Land
✓ Instrument Airplane
✓ Certified Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, MEI, AGI – Gold Seal)
✓ CSIP (Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot)
✓ Tailwheel
My professional experience includes working as an A&P Mechanic, Corporate Pilot, and Part 141 Chief Flight Instructor. These roles have given me a deep, well-rounded perspective on aviation.
Above all, my passion lies in helping students become safe, confident, and skilled pilots.
Meet the Team
Office Manager
Kaylee Walton
Kaylee started flying in 2022 and earned her PPL in 2023! She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Science and Management from Middle Georgia State University and enjoys supporting students while continuing her own training.
Admin Assistant
Jessica Connell
Jessica met Owner David Ingalsbe and his wife Debbie through their Bible Fellowship small group at Christ Place Church. She brings a diverse professional background, including work in 911 Emergency Communications with Gwinnett and Jackson County E911 and experience as a Supervisor with Vacasa, a vacation rental property management company.
Jessica is a proud mom of three, runs a vintage reselling business on eBay (VintageJess), and is excited to begin her very first role in aviation.
CFI, CFII, AGI
EunGi Jeong (EJ)
EJ currently holds CFI, CFII, AGI, and Commercial ASEL/AMEL ratings. He began flying about four years ago and was instantly hooked by the perfect mix of challenge, precision, and the sense of purpose that aviation brings.
As an instructor, EJ is committed to helping students build strong skills, confidence, and safety-focused habits in the cockpit. His long-term goal is to continue growing as an instructor and ultimately become an airline pilot — and we’re proud to be part of his journey!
CFI/CFII
Tarak Patel
Tarak has been flying since 2020 and has been hooked on aviation ever since.
His love for flying started way back as a kid, spending time at the local airport watching planes takeoff and land — and now he gets to share that same excitement with his students everyday!
CFI, CFII, MEI
Curt Connell
From piston to jets, Curt Connell has done it all! He’s been flying since 2005 and holds CFI, CFII, MEI, and ATP ratings, plus type ratings in the CE560XL, LR-JET, and BE400/MU300.
Curt’s aviation journey really took off thanks to a mentorship with former Kimberly-Clark chief Pilot Tony Stein, sparking a lifelong passion for flying and teaching.
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CFI, CFII, MEI
Alex Stanfield
Alex Stanfield’s journey into aviation began in an unexpected way—with a discovery flight gifted to him by his racing coach. After that first flight, Alex knew aviation was the career for him. He holds his CFI, CFII, MEI, along with Commercial SEL and MEL ratings. As a flight instructor, he most enjoys sharing his passion for aviation with others and watching his students grow, improve, and accomplish their goals. Outside of aviation, Alex brings an impressive racing background to the team. He spent 10 years racing professional karting and cars, earned two national championships, and represented Team USA in Europe in 2021.
